Alcon brakes questions..

Kislik · 19-12-2010, 05:34 PM

is is possible to change pads without removing caliper?

is there R29 pagid pad for those calipers?

do they fit under stock CSL wheels without any spacers?

many thanks

**mickaldo** · 19-12-2010, 06:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kislik

is is possible to change pads without removing caliper?

is there R29 pagid pad for those calipers?

do they fit under stock CSL wheels without any spacers?

many thanks

no
yes
and yes

Pip1968 · 19-12-2010, 06:05 PM

I am not sure you will get many replies here as most run AP racing brakes not Alcons. Saying that I would have thought most systems allow you not to have to remove the whole caliper. I run RS29s for track days with my AP set up.

Pip

Kislik · 19-12-2010, 06:28 PM

hmm that's what i thought once i've seen pics of the alcon caliper that pad change is not that easy as i wish

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looks like there is only one option matching all my wishes and it's very expensive Movit set 370mm with rapid pad change system, choice of pads include R29 and fit to oem wheels

EDIT: ok but i see removing the Alcon caliper is just 2 bolts and should be very easy and quick, not much more time needed against the other systems

NZ_M3 · 19-12-2010, 11:25 PM

I run Alcons

I have the RS29 pads

Honestly changing pads is not that different to OEM brake setup. Yes you do have to remove the calipers (2 bolts) and push back 6 pistons, but it's not that difficult. I've never had to change pads at a track day ... go figure

And the Alcons have pretty decent clearance with OEM 18s, 19s and CSL 19s.

Kislik · 20-12-2010, 07:09 PM

yes changing pads is similar as OEM, means bad :-) as I have changed pads at track day many times I'd love to have it as quick and simple as possible

but the alcon system looks quite quick with just 2 screwes

and to be honest, there is only one monoblock system which fits under stock wheels and does not cost a fortune and it's Alcons... the second one which fits, is monoblock and pad change without caliper removal is Movit 370mm 6 piston but cost a lot more

Quote:

Originally Posted by NZ_M3

I run Alcons

I have the RS29 pads

Honestly changing pads is not that different to OEM brake setup. Yes you do have to remove the calipers (2 bolts) and push back 6 pistons, but it's not that difficult. I've never had to change pads at a track day ... go figure

And the Alcons have pretty decent clearance with OEM 18s, 19s and CSL 19s.

M5 Powered · 20-12-2010, 07:14 PM

Pad changes on the Alcons is a non-issue

Best

Jonathan

Kislik · 20-12-2010, 07:18 PM

thats what I hope as i decided to go for the Alcons. The silver colored set please with R29 pads

Quote:

Originally Posted by M5 Powered

Pad changes on the Alcons is a non-issue

Best

Jonathan

M5 Powered · 21-12-2010, 03:44 PM

Yeah I wanted the silver finish. The Alcon logo is actually moulded / recessed and painted rather than a sticker / transfer as per the CSL cup variety.

It is a more OEM-ish look, but having said that, I still get people walking up to me in garages and asking specifics on the brakes and how much they cost!

Best

Jonathan

Thorney · 21-12-2010, 04:51 PM

We have 5 sets in stock, would be open to a deal.

19-12-2010, 05:34 PM	#1
Kislik S4 - Getting the hang of it Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 133 Casino cash: $2878	Alcon brakes questions.. is is possible to change pads without removing caliper? is there R29 pagid pad for those calipers? do they fit under stock CSL wheels without any spacers? many thanks

19-12-2010, 06:28 PM	#4
Kislik S4 - Getting the hang of it Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 133 Casino cash: $2878	hmm that's what i thought once i've seen pics of the alcon caliper that pad change is not that easy as i wish ( looks like there is only one option matching all my wishes and it's very expensive Movit set 370mm with rapid pad change system, choice of pads include R29 and fit to oem wheels EDIT: ok but i see removing the Alcon caliper is just 2 bolts and should be very easy and quick, not much more time needed against the other systems Last edited by Kislik; 19-12-2010 at 06:48 PM.

20-12-2010, 07:14 PM	#7
M5 Powered S5 - Full Throttle Join Date: May 2009 Location: Solihull, West Midlands Posts: 297 Casino cash: $2712	Pad changes on the Alcons is a non-issue Best Jonathan __________________ M3 CSL, Silver Grey, 2004, Factory de-limit, Alcon BBK, Rogue Rear Control Arms, Turner Top Mounts, Braille CF Battery

21-12-2010, 03:44 PM	#9
M5 Powered S5 - Full Throttle Join Date: May 2009 Location: Solihull, West Midlands Posts: 297 Casino cash: $2712	Yeah I wanted the silver finish. The Alcon logo is actually moulded / recessed and painted rather than a sticker / transfer as per the CSL cup variety. It is a more OEM-ish look, but having said that, I still get people walking up to me in garages and asking specifics on the brakes and how much they cost! Best Jonathan __________________ M3 CSL, Silver Grey, 2004, Factory de-limit, Alcon BBK, Rogue Rear Control Arms, Turner Top Mounts, Braille CF Battery

21-12-2010, 04:51 PM	#10
Thorney S5 - Full Throttle Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 469 Casino cash: $3876	We have 5 sets in stock, would be open to a deal. __________________ http://www.thorneymotorsport.co.uk

19-12-2010, 06:05 PM	#3
Pip1968 S5, Sport Off, DSC M-track Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Kent, England Posts: 940 Casino cash: $8383	I am not sure you will get many replies here as most run AP racing brakes not Alcons. Saying that I would have thought most systems allow you not to have to remove the whole caliper. I run RS29s for track days with my AP set up. Pip

19-12-2010, 11:25 PM	#5
NZ_M3 S5, Sport On, DSC M-track Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Auckland, New Zealand Posts: 1,434 Casino cash: $13579	I run Alcons I have the RS29 pads Honestly changing pads is not that different to OEM brake setup. Yes you do have to remove the calipers (2 bolts) and push back 6 pistons, but it's not that difficult. I've never had to change pads at a track day ... go figure And the Alcons have pretty decent clearance with OEM 18s, 19s and CSL 19s.